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Augmentation rhinoplasty in nasal sarcoidosis

Published online by Cambridge University Press:  29 June 2007

P. M. J. Scott*
Affiliation:
London
G. Morphopoulos
Affiliation:
London
N. Bleach
Affiliation:
London
*
P. M. J. Scott, F.R.C.S., Department of Otolaryngology, Charing Cross Hospital, Fulham Palace Road, London.

Abstract

We present a case of nasal deformity due to sarcoidosis. The surgical management is discussed. The risk of secondary involvement of implanted autologous cartilage by the disease is emphasized. For this reason an inert allograft (silastic) is recommended for augmentation in this group of patients.

Type
Clinical Records
Copyright
Copyright © JLO (1984) Limited 1992

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